Get More Bang for Your Buck by Remodeling Your Bathroom

Get More BANG for Your Buck by Remodeling Your Bathroom Benefits of Bathroom Remodeling A complete bathroom remodel is one of the most econòmical options to add value to your home Major kitchen remodeling is the only interior renovation that offers a higher ROI: 68.7% 64.1% return on investment but at a much greater initial cost A new, larger bathroom can increase your home's resale value Improved appeal to potential buyers should you ever choose to sell Bathroom remodeling can make your home more efficient 50% Water-saving fixtures help the environment and reduce your utility bills! of your home's water usage comes from the bathroom Customize your bathroom design to best meet your needs A remodeled bathroom gives you a place to start and end your day in peace Areas to Improve in Your Bathroom Countertops >Choose from materials such as granite, quartz, and marble > Select a color that works with your design scheme > Hard surfaces should be durable and easy to clean > Replace old tile and grout with newer, more Shower Walls user-friendly materials > DuraBath Solid Surface Polymer is resistant to mold and mildew > Marblestone is stronger than just marble and does not need grout Vanities > İncrease your bathroom storage options > Choose from one- and two-sink designs > Different options for cabinetry can match any décor > Old bathtubs may be scratched, chipped, or permanently stained > DuraBath Solid Surface Polymer tubs will not dent, rust, or crack Bathtubs > Polymer surface is warmer to the touch than other tub materials Faucets and Showerheads > Replace older fixtures with newer, water-conserving models > Newer fixtures save water and help you go green > Chrome, bronze, and stainless steel options to match your desired look Toilets > Toilets alone account for 27% of household water use > Older toilets use between 3.5 and 7 gallons 27% per flush > Newer models are more efficient, use less water, and improve the look of your bathroom Tub to Shower Conversion > Convert your little-used bathtub to a convenient and spacious shower > Makes your bathroom safer by eliminating the step in and out of the tub > Accessorize with shower seats, grab bars, and non-skid floors for added security Sinks > Older sinks may be rusted or stained > Choose sinks to go in your new vanity > You may also select a freestanding pedestal style, ideal for smaller bathrooms Provided By RE-BATH Re-Bath By Schicker/Concord www.concordbathroomremodel.com Sources: http://www.epa.gov/WaterSense/pubs/indoor.html http://www.realtor.com/home-garden/remodel/remodeling-projects/top-7-roi.aspx http://www.realtor.org/field-guides/field-guide-to-remodeling